Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Shipper - Receiver

Requisition ID: 67236

Date: Sep 11, 2024

Location:

Kearney, Nebraska, US

Department: Supply Chain

Description:

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Summary:

Prepare shipments and paperwork for delivery. Receive and process daily freight shipments. Maintain organization of the warehouse and receiving area. Deliver materials to and from production floor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Receive, unload, store and distribute supplies and materials as directed. Assist with incidental movement of plant equipment and material

• Cross-check shipping and ordering documents with actual receipts; prepare and distribute receiving slips and / or computer data. Make out necessary production and / or accounting forms

• According to procedures, remove and identify samples of raw materials and ship to laboratory. Spot-check weights of raw materials when unloading or before shipping.

• Following shipping procedures, select items to be shipped, make up cases, pack in proper containers in prescribed amounts, seal and identify, and deliver to shipping point.

• Responsible for processing items for parcel post, air mail, foreign shipments, and any other shipping documents, as required. Perform various inventories, as required.

• Keep equipment and working area in a clean and orderly condition.

• In the event of breakdown or shortage of material in original assigned work area. Perform other department assignments following work assignments procedures.

• Keep Shipping Supervisor informed of any off-standard work and any unusual or unsafe conditions.

• Follow all company policies, procedures, safety rules and safety regulations.

• Maintain the work area in a neat and orderly condition. Perform routine maintenance on equipment.

• Train employees by using On the Job Training Processes.

• Perform duties in other areas as needed.

• Perform back up duties for shipping specialist in their absence.

Basic Qualifications:

Education or Equivalent Experience: High School or equivalent

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office

• Attention to detail

• Able to perform in a fast paced environment

• Ability to safely operate powered industrial trucks

• Experience with SAP software program

Travel Requirements:

• None

Physical & Mental Requirements:

• Able to operate various powered industrial trucks

• Able lift and transport items weighing up 50 Pounds

• Must be able to read and interpret documents

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to Apply.Accommodation@westpharma.com . Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening and/or a pre-employment drug screening.